Overview
We are seeking a skilled Electrician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in various electrical systems and be knowledgeable about safety protocols and regulations.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes
- Prepares sketches showing location of wiring and equipment, or follows diagrams or blueprints, insuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceiling and flooring
- Measures, cuts, bends, thread, assemble, and install electrical conduit, using such tools as band saw, pipe threader, and conduit bender
- Pulls wiring through conduit
- Splices wires by stripping installation, from terminal leads with knife or wire strippers, twisting or soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps
- Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment, using hand tools
- Installs control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels, fastening in place with screws or bolts, using hand tools and power tools
- Connects power cables to equipment, such as transformers, switchgear and motors, and installs grounding leads
- Tests continuity to circuit safety of components, using testing instruments, such as ohmmeter, voltmeter, and ammeter
- Observes functioning of installed equipment to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacements
- May repair faulty equipment or systems
- Works with and trains lower level employees on proper means and methods of installation and equipment operation.
- Follows safety rules
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems
- Inspect transformers and circuit breakers and other electrical components
- Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices
- Read technical diagrams and blueprints
- Perform general electrical maintenance
- Ensure all work is in accordance with relevant codes
Skills
- Proficiency in high voltage systems
- Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC)
- Experience as an industrial electrician
- Ability to use a variety of hand tools and electrical equipment such as ohmmeters and voltmeters
- Understanding of electrical schematics
- Knowledge of frame carpentry to build structures as needed
- Previous experience as a commercial electrician is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $87,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Houston, TX 77015: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
